Description

Simvofix 10 MG Tablet is used to reduce the level of bad cholesterol in the body. It is also used in the treatment of long-term complications such as heart disease or stroke. A proper diet and regular exercise should be maintained along with taking this medicine.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Simvofix 10 MG Tablet

Dizzinesssevere

Fast heartbeatsevere

Dark colored urinesevere

Muscle or joint painsevere

Sweatingsevere

Headachesevere

Acid or sour stomach

Excessive air or gas in stomach

Heartburn

Skin Rash

SEVERE

Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.

RARE

Observed in a small fraction of population.

This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

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Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Simvofix 10 MG Tablet

Onset of action

The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 1 to 2 hours.

Duration of effect

The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 2 to 3 days.

Safe with alcohol?

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?

No habit forming tendencies were reported.

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is not recommended for breastfeeding women.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Simvofix 10 MG Tablet

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Simvofix 10 MG Tablet, and hence can be used as its substitute.

Instructions

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

Impaired liver function

severe

Simvofix 10 MG Tablet should not be used in the patients with liver injury. Frequent monitoring of liver function tests is necessary. Dose adjustments are to be made based on the severity of the liver injury. Discontinue the treatment if symptoms worsen.

Rhabdomyolysis

severe

Any symptoms of muscle pain, tenderness or weakness should be reported to the doctor. Inform the doctor if you have any history of muscle disorder.

Diabetes

moderate

Before taking this medicine, inform the doctor if you are suffering from diabetes. Regular blood glucose tests are to be made and appropriate diet should be maintained.

Food interactions

Consumption of grapefruit juice is not recommended when the patient is on Simvofix 10 MG Tablet. Any symptoms of tenderness, weakness, dark colored urine should be reported to the doctor. Frequent monitoring of kidney function tests are to be made.

Lab interactions

Information not available.

This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Take Simvofix 10 MG Tablet with or without food at evening time. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Inform the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

- This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

Breast-feeding

- This medicine is not recommended for breastfeeding women.

General warnings

Cognitive impairment

- Simvofix 10 MG Tablet can cause forgetfulness, memory loss and confusion. These side effects are reversible once the medicine is stopped.

Increases blood sugar levels

- Simvofix 10 MG Tablet may increase the blood glucose levels. Monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary while you are on this medicine.

Myopathy and Rhabdomyolysis

- Simvofix 10 MG Tablet may increase the risk of Myopathy and Rhabdomyolysis which is a muscular disease. The risk of causing Myopathy is higher in the elderly population, and hence it should be used with caution.

Alcohol consumption

- Simvofix 10 MG Tablet should be used with caution in patients who consume large quantities of alcohol and/or have a history of the chronic liver disease.

Pediatric use

- The safety and efficacy of Simvofix 10 MG Tablet have not been established in the children less than 10 years of age.

Other details

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works

It works by inhibiting an enzyme which is the rate-limiting step of cholesterol synthesis.

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